AOL (America Online) help

Updated: 03/10/2024 by Computer Hope

About AOL

America Online logo

AOL (America Online) is one of the largest and well-known ISP's (Internet service providers) and is famous for the "You've got mail" message when receiving e-mail.

Technical support

Is it possible to use third-party e-mail software with AOL?

Currently, AOL does not have the capability of sending and receiving e-mail with any other e-mail program that is not part of AOL.

Where can I find information about creating a website?

You can find information about HTML (hypertext markup language) and creating a web page through our HTML help page. Once the website is created, you can post them on AOL using keyword: My Place.

Can I use CGI scripts or Perl on AOL?

AOL does not allow or support customized CGI (common gateway interface) scripts or Perl on their servers.

Where can I obtain 128-bit SSL (secure sockets layer) version of AOL?

Go to Keyword: 128 browser